That's been even more satisfying to watch than usual, because I had never seen such a job being undertaken before. Great to see you back on KZitem Jethro, it's always a pleasure!
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Matteo! I plan to do a similar video with the heater in my Giulia 1300, but make it perfect, like it just left the factory. It’s good to be back on KZitem!
@Matteo_Licata
2 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner Cool, look forward to that!
@TheEurop24
2 жыл бұрын
Jethro: very brave you are. The heater box of my 1966 Giulia never worked as nobody had the courage to take it out and fix it! Congratulations.
@johndavidwolf1028
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks good to be reminded not to let perfect get in the way of done.
@achmadosman9807
2 жыл бұрын
In my next life, when I get to build my car factory...... the new design will have a heater matrix that can be replaced without getting under the dashboard. I just had my bmw 328i heater matrix removed to replace a leaking water hose. 3 hours labour and the hose took five minutes. Great video as usual. 😊
@raychang9512
2 жыл бұрын
Expertly done... very impressive. Something about you British KZitemrs, always so calm and relaxing to watch and listen to.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Haha thank you! I’m not actually British but I appreciate the sentiment, and I agree.
@atman5230
2 жыл бұрын
Quality workmanship repairing the heater box.Well done.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@ldm128168
2 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video. Excellent repair on an ancillary system.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@bjnopoli
2 жыл бұрын
You restored it as far as I'm concerned. Yea its very nice to have a heater that works. Nice.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
I’m going to do a proper restoration on the heater in my Giulia Ti, make it look brand new, and I’ll do a video about that process.
@IanB22
2 жыл бұрын
beautiful work - really looking forward to the clutch work ;)
@johna1160
2 жыл бұрын
Jethro, anyone who has performed the dreaded "under dash yoga" feels your pain. Hands down one of THE most unpleasant tasks in all of auto repair. Surprised you didn't mention the heart of the system, the heater core. Replacing a leaky core (mini rad) is the reason most of us unfortunates contort ourselves in the most uncomfortable manner in the first place. Looks like you reused existing core when reassembling. If that is the case, did you pressure test it for leak(s) before installing?
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
I did do my own pressure test and it seemed fine. And there was no moisture inside the unit when I removed it. I think it should be fine? If not I will just have to suck it up and remove it again.
@iracema1
2 жыл бұрын
I think i counted about four different watch bands during this project, LOL!
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
And two different watches I think.
@iracema1
2 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner that’s how I can track how many days it takes to complete the task! Good fun! Keep up the good work!
@lebojay
2 жыл бұрын
What watch are you wearing, Jethro?
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Ollech & Wajs sent me this P-101 to wear in the workshop, I've really enjoyed this watch.
@lebojay
2 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner I’m not familiar. Looks nice. Thanks!
@karabodiraditsile6454
2 жыл бұрын
You are a good mecanic....please how can i contact you
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
my email is jethrojbronner@gmail.com and I'm on Instagram @jethrojamesbronner
@mikeboudreaux2964
2 жыл бұрын
Personally I love the deep dives into a single subsystem. That's how a real restoration actually goes, a thousand little micro-projects.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I think I’ll make some more of these types of videos for the GTV project, and for my Giulia Ti rebuild.
@casimiriwaszkiewicz8962
2 жыл бұрын
Great video - a touch awkward to get to but beats having to dismantle a modern dash ie half the car to get to a heater core. It "only" needs some dedication. But better to have had a bodge to repair than no car to restore/repair.
@parsonator529
2 жыл бұрын
Whenever a new Jethro video appears, I know I've got a few minutes of pure auto repair zen to enjoy. Thanks for the video.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! That’s very kind of you to say
@TheMinecrazys
2 жыл бұрын
This means that in 7 days we get enother one? :D
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Yes haha. It's almost ready to be uploaded.
@oliverkoch2003
2 жыл бұрын
Great video about an often underrated work. It's those little detail that, when working properly, really make you enjoy a car in all aspects. Your video was just two weeks too late as I had to do the same job on a 72 Giulia, last week. Luckily an untouched car, and I could replace the hater valve with an NOS-one. Yet, still the same under dash-yoga as here! Pretty fiddly job!
@eeki97
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jethro, very interesting stuff! Heater box is indeed not the most sexy part, but an important one (esp. here in Finland!), and also not something you see on KZitem every day. I also like your approach to repairing things: practical but such good attention to detail. Looking forward to the next episode!
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Haha yes very important in the Nordic countries. These Alfa heaters work very well when they’re in good condition. When I was in Norway/Sweden in December/January in my 64 Sprint GT it was always nice and warm inside while driving.
@marcryvon
2 жыл бұрын
As a Québécer, Canada, I can testify that a properly working heater is a life preserving MUST ! Nothing is colder than a car with no heat available. It happened to me a couple of times in decades of driving. Your precious car becomes a frozen stiff box of pain.
@djlosmi
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! It's the same type of yoga necessary to change the air cabin filter on modern day Alfa GT / 147 😂
@alastairwatson3201
2 жыл бұрын
Nice to have you back, Jethro. It’s been too long. Looking forward to your forthcoming Spider and GTV videos.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I’m going to release them weekly from now on
@Darthvolvo
2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant job as always Jethro! Your knack for the most minute details is refreshing. Always happy to see your posts on KZitem. The engine and drive train should be fun! Can't wait to see you back on the GTV resto!
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
I’m still working on the GTV and filming. So I have quite a large video about the front end damage coming up soon.
@malcolmscott4150
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent hopefully not too much dashboard yoga 🧘♀️
@lynnhooley7608
2 жыл бұрын
Videos from Roadster life, and Jethro Bronner in the same day, I am so blessed.
@marcusott2973
2 жыл бұрын
Nothing to apologise for, 1 month and one week earlier than Binky. 😉 Wonderful work on car and camera as usual.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@rafasgarage105
2 жыл бұрын
Good video from you, always these heating problems with the alfas :)
@kellybrickey4300
Жыл бұрын
Very much enjoyed this. I did under-dash yoga with my Austin America last year. Funny, the lengths people will go to, to avoid just fixing it. Well done.
@friguy4444
2 жыл бұрын
I don't know why but I can watch your videos on almost anything your working on and enjoy it! LOL. Thank you.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! But this week’s video is more traditional, all engines and clutches etc.
@iracema1
2 жыл бұрын
Having owned an Alfa Spider in foggy San Francisco, I found that having a strong, properly-working heater and defroster was one of the most important factors of that car’s usability and enjoyment. Kudos for covering this topic!
@hasbeengood
2 жыл бұрын
Always worth the wait.
@EnglishroG
2 жыл бұрын
So happy you're back posting videos again - heaters are so important in cars and such a mystery to most of us - I learned a lot from this video.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad it was worth watching 👍
@brianpercival1829
2 жыл бұрын
Please don't do long videos. 20 - 30 min is a long time on 1 video. and a lot of people haven't the time to spend on a single video. I like your videos and learn a lot.
@henkbielderman4243
2 жыл бұрын
At last! I have been patiently waiting. Thank you.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@henkbielderman4243
2 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner I told you in a previous comment not to underestimate the value your videos have for others. There are some, like myself, who have had a lifelong love affair with Alfa Romeo and can live out vicariously our dreams through your videos. I , of course have no idea what time you have available to devote to these projects, so let me say that what you do offer is greatly appreciated. That there are two projects on the go, The GTV and Duetto , is like Mains and Pudding! On a personal note I would wish to thank you for what you do. It really is appreciated.
@honestpat7789
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, again 👌 Wish I could see your new videos more regularly 👍
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
I’ll try make that happen
@dennisdewaard1860
Жыл бұрын
what a joy to watch. i just repaired a unit myself on a 1300 jr. and couldn’t help but thinking this is more difficult than any yoga pose i could remember… thanks for all your AR 105 videos, they are such a joy to watch and vert helpful
@peterbatterton9888
2 жыл бұрын
Great timing, I have a seized motor on my 2000 gtv, was going to replace it, but maybe have a go at getting it going again.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah it’s worth taking it apart and seeing what’s up. It might just need a good clean and grease.
@johnbeierl5925
2 жыл бұрын
What a timely video for me. Thanks Jethro! Very well put together and enjoyable to watch
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@stevewuertz3598
2 жыл бұрын
Super topic and appreciated by all. My 67 Duetto has an inop unit bypassed at some point in the past. Someday when its the Spiders turn in the queue, I'll be referring back to this one. Stay safe in South Africa.
@samcoote9653
2 жыл бұрын
Hey mate! You say its an odd topic to watch. Yet how many other channels go into heater box repairs? This is great, and hopefully will help people understand the basic concept of how they work, and troubleshoot :) cheers Jethro!
@My_Op
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Jethro, I really like this type of video (even if it's not a restoration) like Ronald Finger did on his Fiero. Same cosy feeling of achievement with some education parts and great filming 🙂
@robertyu4313
2 жыл бұрын
Actually I can relate to this project as the heater in my 71 Spider was rebuilt using the motor from another Spider. I'm so happy to see you posting again.
@1967250s
2 жыл бұрын
Very nice, and not unwanted by any means. Actually, quite interesting to see how it goes together, even though I do not have an Alpha(I wish). These jobs do need to be documented by someone, and here you are!
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@raisingjunior6389
2 жыл бұрын
This was a great tutorial, it not a subject thats featured much and I had no idea how to recognize factory valves etc, thanks for making it!
@helistorm98
2 жыл бұрын
man i learned a lot from this fix, will surelly use some of this info (specially making the cables)
@peter.alixhuebscher1119
2 жыл бұрын
How on earth do you figure all this out? By the way, your short format video is great as it gives something to look forward to next week . Thanks Jethro
@idontcareaboutyou7757
4 күн бұрын
i like so much your style. no awful music, no stupid excitement, chill and straight to the point.
@JethroBronner
3 күн бұрын
@@idontcareaboutyou7757 thank you!
@not-fishing4730
2 жыл бұрын
I'm surprised you left the seats in. Maybe it's because I'm the age, or older, of your father that I first pull the seats to make room for me to work.
@gerardscheffer8848
2 жыл бұрын
Well a hour long video would be a treat. A while ago I watched all the old videos again. I look forward to the next ones!
@marcosnunez8399
Жыл бұрын
Currently working on my heater Jethro, thank you for the great video.
@jimmygrant3212
2 жыл бұрын
Even the new heater valves for later 105s, you have reuse the old lever because the new one is made where the valve never closes.
@Jdog1681
2 жыл бұрын
Great to have you back Jethro!
@vinceandtheresa1243
2 жыл бұрын
As always, a great video. Can't thank you enough.
@charleshill9236
2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. Good job. Really enjoy your videos.
@andyfim
2 жыл бұрын
Really loved it! Bravo!
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@ajtwatching
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Jethro, I recently pulled my heater box and it had a sponge like material around the top of the box where it meets under the dash. I think I've discovered there's an "official" gasket/rubber seal, which I think was there at the start on the box you removed. The final clips looks like some high density foam or similar were added instead? Just curious as I'm wondering if the sponge I had was factory, or it was just missing the rubber seal!
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah there's a factory moulded rubber seal that you can get new, but I was trying to keep the cost down here, and some high density foam will do the trick just as well.
@GreasyFingers
2 жыл бұрын
Great project, filming and editing. And! Thanks for the reference, I have to do that job in the Giulia.
@michaelskinner896
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jethro, this is a really great video. Production quality is absolutely top-notch, and I can't wait until next week for Part 2.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It should be up on Friday
@mancaveproductions00
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, iv done one of these..heater box fascination.
@JHMBB2
2 жыл бұрын
Huh, I’m wondering if the GTV6 has a similar heater valve setup. My cable doesn’t connect to anything, and I have a faucet valve in the engine bay. I’ll have to look into it now
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure, but I imagine it should be fairly similar.
@nigelk780
2 жыл бұрын
Just restored mine a month ago. Couple of things I didnt see you put a mesh in place behind the plastic outlet flap. Those spring clips and the long main case ones are easy to make from annealed spring steel then harden and temper. I had to make the two smaller ones. Appreciate the repair is functional
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I’ve decided to get this going with minimal work to make it right again, as the rest of the car requires so much attention.
@themessenger5868
2 жыл бұрын
Heater box fix...excellent. Your video production quality is outstanding. The heater box is something not many would think to do a video on. I learned something new ! Cheers Jethro.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes it’s not the most mainstream topic, but I think it’s important to have a video on this topic out there for people who are looking to repair their cars.
@CaptainLila
2 жыл бұрын
I need to do this on my Alfetta so thank you for doing this video. Fortunately taking the front seats out means slightly less under dash yoga
@tomblatch1594
2 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed it Jethro - thanks for posting
@Dodo-tf4td
2 жыл бұрын
was waiting for this to come out, thanks for making it (:
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching it!
@TheMinecrazys
2 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner you cant understand how good it is for me your work and how relaxing it is to make a study break and watch a your vídeos Thanks Jethro 😊
@VraelFreorhe
2 жыл бұрын
Like always, fantastic video.
@berk6123
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Jethro your quality matches that of channels with million followers
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, that’s very kind of you to say
@SeasideGarage
2 жыл бұрын
Seppo Washuus here! Nice to see another video from you. :)
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the support! I didn't make the connection to your channel! But thanks again!
@SeasideGarage
2 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner Thank you! :)
@scaleartsg
2 жыл бұрын
looking forward to the next video!
@paulvarrieur976
2 жыл бұрын
Nice work as usual Jethro.
@rbruce63
Жыл бұрын
Outstanding! I remember my first car or "truck" a Mazda 1000 down in 1981 came with the spot under the dash for the heater, only it was an extra in this no frills 500 Kg payload truck!
@lolman77
2 жыл бұрын
I recently discovered your channel and I really like your work. I appreciate how composed and thorough you seem to be. It’s sometimes hard to just repair and not restore. I am restoring a Datsun 240Z and I fail at that 90% of the time… Weird question: I love old cars and restoring them, but also watches. Is that a Hamilton Khaki field? I noticed it on another video with a Neto green bracelet
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much man, I really appreciate the kind words. I swap between two watches. I’d say 75% of the time I wear this Ollech & Wajs P-101 and then I also wear a Seiko SRP 779 “Pepsi Turtle”
@lolman77
2 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner you're welcome! Ollech & Ways, nice! We don't see them often! Nothing better than a classic old car with a classic watch!
@larsharrysson2841
2 жыл бұрын
Regarding "ALFA GTV rust and sills repair episode 2". Thankyou for a fine and educational job. I could not hear where you bought sills repair panel?
@paulmadden4090
2 жыл бұрын
I always enjoy jethro's videos, but despite promises of 'you will see more regular videos now', sadly they still seem to be a long time coming between episodes. Always great quality of workmanship though, which is what stands out
@marcogigliuto3787
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely interesting topic… I’ve to repair the heating unit of my Duetto…. Aside from having to lie down, is it hard to remove the unit from under the dashboard? It’s connected to the engine cooling system, correct? Thank you
@manosparavida3551
2 жыл бұрын
Immediately saved to 'watch later' 10 day's ago and now since viewing, realise what a pig of a task the removal and installation wil be. Also, with an empty engine bay, I guess it's a slightly easier task to loosen the necessary pipes etc? Thanks for your usual comprehensive insight.
@Ducati860GT
2 жыл бұрын
Is it possible to put a turbo or supercharger to a 1978 2 litre super?
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Yes but it’s an enormous amount of work, to me personally it just wouldn’t be worth it.
@MorenoArtStudio
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing these videos. Your approach in restoring/repair is contagious.
@toby-7323
Жыл бұрын
This was so entertaining.
@ashleybragetti2199
2 жыл бұрын
Really useful video - thanks for sharing
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 👍
@randellgribben9772
2 жыл бұрын
done this to our customers cars.... between the foam seals and the body of the car... air inlet.. and some window screen.. this will keep leaves twigs, mice out of the fan area.. want to make sure// remove the panel below the wipers.. now is a good time to clean the area... and remove the wiper motor take it apart,, clean out all that 30- to 50 year old grease( more like hardend taffy , and re lube it with red litium grease )... .it will be a ugly mess.. on the underside of that panel.. add some window screen across the bottom of it.. silicone will work just fine.. this will make sure nothing gets in that area below that panel, and add a second layer of protection to the blower fan inlet.. and of chorse... drill 4 8 mm holes in the bottom of the case, to drain and water out of the case....
@markbattley8515
2 жыл бұрын
Another really useful video, thanks. I renovated the heater in my 2000 GTV recently including a new core and also found previous dodgy "repairs". I had always wondered why the heater didn't turn off, reason was that someone had removed all of the valve mechanism (presumably when it failed) and just screwed a flat piece of aluminium over the bottom half of the valve assembly.... thanks! Then they only used three nuts to hold the heater up to the scuttle region, so the upper plastic housing had fractured. Ohh and the core had leaked into the motor so it was green and corroded... satisfying sorting it our properly anyhow. I do find under dash yoga easier with the seats out :)
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, the later style plastic units are way more complex. I have the unit for my 1750 in bits (that’s how it arrived) and I think putting it together is going to be a challenge. I’ll definitely install that unit in the GTV before installing the seats
@markbattley8515
2 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner let me know if you want any pics of what it should look like. I had to look at a few to get the linkage setup right.
@markbattley8515
2 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner thankfully an AROC clubmate had a spare upper housing part. I did have to do some minor repairs to one of the outlet pipes and where it attached to the lower housing.
@jocking3
2 жыл бұрын
Why would anyone need a heater in Africa? :p
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
It actually snows here I live, plus it’s nice to be able to de-mist the windshield
@rjhorwitz4174
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing this. I need to do same on my USA 1983 spider. RJ-
@phillynch6295
2 жыл бұрын
Great video 👍
@jozsefizsak
2 жыл бұрын
We've all seen the sort of ghastly repair job that heater was subjected to. It's very satisfying to see it brought back to working as it should.
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
You should see what was done to the clutch on this car. Possibly the same culprit.
@Bart-ut7cn
2 жыл бұрын
Good work done!
@ianatkinson8464
2 жыл бұрын
😎👍
@Terry_Fritz
2 жыл бұрын
The internet has removed a major excuse for using non-standard parts.
@larspedersen8170
2 жыл бұрын
At last ;-)
@tilt850
2 жыл бұрын
Good job :)
@RestorationApprentice
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, very interesting!
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@cesarmagdaleno6009
2 жыл бұрын
I loved this video. Thank you for posting.
@jimcarrey6312
Жыл бұрын
Jethro, now do a rebuild of a 75 AC unit. I got it out! to get it in? nightmare. any advice. Its an 87 Milano actually. I removed the sunroof.
@JethroBronner
Жыл бұрын
I'll have to pick up a 75 someday, they're very rare here in SA.
@benxv115
2 жыл бұрын
perfect, as usual. Thank you !
@renerobes30
2 жыл бұрын
Very smooth and relaxing presentation.
@jasonshull3106
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for your great video.JDS
@JRH_89
2 жыл бұрын
Nice work Jethro!
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks James!
@chetleonard169
2 жыл бұрын
Alfa / Reliable? surely you jest!
@JethroBronner
2 жыл бұрын
Haha, I would never!
@not-fishing4730
2 жыл бұрын
Yet I tell everyone that my '79 Alfa Spider, bought new, lasted longer than my '82 Toyota Supra, also purchased new. Sure the Alfa had more little problems but the Supra had the camshafts replaced at 35,000 miles (warranty) and sucked a valve at 110,000 miles with my wife driving. The only reason I sold the Alfa was to many babies. (you can only strap one baby seat sideways on the parcel shelf.)
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